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Delhi LG asks CS to probe alleged collection of data in the name of Mahila Samman scheme
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Delhi LG asks CS to probe alleged collection of data in the name of Mahila Samman scheme

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Saxena has asked the Chief Secretary to conduct an inquiry regarding alleged collection of data by some non-government people by getting forms filled by women with regard to the controversial Mahila Samman Yojna.

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December 29, 2024
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Jaishankar Meets Trump's Key Aide in Washington

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks in Washington with Mr Michael Waltz, US President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the post of National Security Adviser.

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December 29, 2024
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Shyam Benegal's cinema was daringly different, and witty too

It is commonly believed that Shyam Benegal, who died on 23 December 2024, pioneered the New Indian Cinema.

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December 28, 2024
Anuranan in Kolkata
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Anuranan in Kolkata

Ami Arts Festival presented Anuranan—a traditional Kathak recital by Sudip Chakraborty at KCC amphitheatre on 18 December.

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December 28, 2024
History rhymes, it doesn't repeat: William Dalrymple
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History rhymes, it doesn't repeat: William Dalrymple

Author-historian William Dalrymple's latest book, The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World, explores India's historical role in shaping global trade, science and religion.

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December 28, 2024
Ras al Khaimah in 10 ways
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Ras al Khaimah in 10 ways

Situated in the northernmost part of the United Arab Emirates, Ras al Khaimah, often referred to as RAK, is one of the seven emirates that come together to make up the UAE. But what sets RAK apart is that, while its more high-profile siblings like Dubai and Abu Dhabi prefer the glitz and glamour with their flashy skyscrapers and shiny malls, RAK treads a different path.

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December 28, 2024
India fuels for a quantum future
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India fuels for a quantum future

From sensing brain activities to big data, quantum technologies have an impact on various domains, affecting our daily lives in many different ways.

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December 28, 2024
From compliance to protection: How cloud computing ensures data security for businesses
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From compliance to protection: How cloud computing ensures data security for businesses

Today, data has become the foundation of modern businesses. Whether it's about consumer insights, diverse operations, or financial records, data drives decision-making and innovation.

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December 28, 2024
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Sports day at MBSV

The annual biennial concert of St. Francis Xavier School for the session of 2024-2025 took place at the Eastern Zonal Cultural Complex on 19 December.

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December 28, 2024
Empowering special needs students through EdTech in hybrid and homeschooling environments
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Empowering special needs students through EdTech in hybrid and homeschooling environments

Education is a fundamental right for all children, regardless of their skills or disabilities.

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December 28, 2024
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'Energy is very good': Sundar on team's mood after final session

India's mini batting collapse at the end of the second day's play that saw the dismissals of the set pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli, could be the turnaround the Australians wanted to go 2-1 up in the Border-Gavaskar series, but India's off-spinning all-rounder Washington Sundar believes that the tourists will bounce back strongly despite losing half their side at the MCG on Friday.

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December 28, 2024
BGT: Kohli-Jaiswal mix-up derails strong Indian response on Day 2
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BGT: Kohli-Jaiswal mix-up derails strong Indian response on Day 2

Horrendous faux pas denies Yashasvi Jaiswal a possible century as visitors struggle in first innings

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December 28, 2024
Smith Rewrites Record Books With 5th Boxing Day Test Ton, Continues Domination vs India
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Smith Rewrites Record Books With 5th Boxing Day Test Ton, Continues Domination vs India

Australian star Steve Smith continued to find his way back into consistent runs as he slammed a record-breaking century against India during the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

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December 28, 2024
India women ride Deepti's all-round excellence to floor West Indies
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India women ride Deepti's all-round excellence to floor West Indies

The Indian women's team rode on star allrounder Deepti Sharma's heroics with the ball to wrap up their 3-0 ODI series win against the West Indies at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara.

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December 28, 2024
East Bengal meet Hyderabad FC in battle of strugglers
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East Bengal meet Hyderabad FC in battle of strugglers

East Bengal FC will aim to continue their recent run of good form when they take on struggling Hyderabad FC in an Indian Super League (ISL) clash at the G.M.C Balayogi Athletic Stadium on Saturday.

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December 28, 2024
ISL: Bengaluru FC take on Chennaiyin FC, aim to reduce gap with Mohun Bagan
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ISL: Bengaluru FC take on Chennaiyin FC, aim to reduce gap with Mohun Bagan

Bengaluru FC will aim to reduce their gap with defending champions and current league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant when they take on Chennaiyin FC in a crucial Indian Super League (ISL) clash at the Jawaharlal Nehru in Chennai on Saturday.

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December 28, 2024
S Korea's National Assembly Votes to Impeach Acting President Han
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S Korea's National Assembly Votes to Impeach Acting President Han

The single-chamber National Assembly passed Han's impeachment motion with a 192-0 vote

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December 28, 2024
Gains drive market to end high: Auto Index led gains
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Gains drive market to end high: Auto Index led gains

The domestic market witnessed low volatility in the absence of fresh triggers

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December 28, 2024
Aviation experts say Russia's air defense fire likely caused Azerbaijan plane crash as nation mourns
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Aviation experts say Russia's air defense fire likely caused Azerbaijan plane crash as nation mourns

Aviation experts said Thursday that Russian air defense fire was likely responsible for the Azerbaijani plane crash the day before that killed 38 people and left all 29 survivors injured.

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December 28, 2024
Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital; the WHO chief says he was metres away
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Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital; the WHO chief says he was metres away

A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen on Thursday targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital and multiple ports, while the World Health Organization's director-general said the bombardment occurred nearby as he prepared to board a flight in Sanaa, with a crew member injured.

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December 28, 2024
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Govt plans to unlock tourism potential of lighthouses for economic growth

With India being home to 204 lighthouses, the Central government is actively promoting lighthouse tourism as part of its broader Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 to enhance India's cultural heritage and maritime legacy.

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December 28, 2024
Uttar Pradesh leaders pay rich tributes to Manmohan Singh
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Uttar Pradesh leaders pay rich tributes to Manmohan Singh

Political leaders of Uttar Pradesh have expressed their condolences on the demise of former Prime Minister and renowned economist Dr Manmohan Singh.

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December 28, 2024
Manmohan Singh's association with Manipur remembered
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Manmohan Singh's association with Manipur remembered

Singh's first visit to Manipur came at a crucial time when the state was grappling with ethnic violence and unrest

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December 28, 2024
Tsunami Ready equips people
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Tsunami Ready equips people

Dr. T. Srinivasa Kumar is a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience in ocean observation, information systems, and advisory services, including the development of tsunami and storm surge early warning systems. He has held senior techno-managerial roles at premier institutions such as the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC-UNESCO).

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December 28, 2024
The lessons learnt since 2004
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The lessons learnt since 2004

On Boxing Day 2004, an earthquake in the Indian Ocean near Indonesia set off a tsunami which killed almost 250,000 people.

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December 28, 2024
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Nepal's Yoga and Meditation Potential

In today's world, physical and mental health have emerged as major issues.

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December 28, 2024
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Decline of Parliament

Eleven out of the 15 sessions held during the Seventeenth Lok Sabha were adjourned early. As a result, 40 scheduled sittings (13 per cent of scheduled sittings) did not take place. In another dubious first, despite a Constitutional requirement, the 17th Lok Sabha did not elect its Deputy Speaker. During the 17th Lok Sabha, MPs were suspended on 206 occasions, Question Hour functioned only for 60 per cent of scheduled time in Lok Sabha and 52 per cent in Rajya Sabha, and on average, about 80 per cent of the Union Budget was passed without discussion, with the entire Budget 2023 being passed without any discussion

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December 28, 2024
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A Hungry World

The global hunger crisis is deepening, as conflicts, climate change, and economic instability push millions into food insecurity.

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December 28, 2024
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NGT Takes Suo Motu Action Over Jaipur Coaching Centre Gas Leak Incident

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo motu cognizance of an incident of multiple students from a coaching institute fainting in Rajasthan's Jaipur last week due to a suspected gas leak from a nearby drain.

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December 28, 2024
MP Forest Department Steps Up to Find Solution to Human-Elephant Conflict at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
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MP Forest Department Steps Up to Find Solution to Human-Elephant Conflict at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve

The forest department of Madhya Pradesh has stepped up to find a long-term solution for the growing human-elephant conflict in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (BTR).

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December 28, 2024